Diva Amon

Dr. Diva Amon is a Caribbean marine biologist focused on the little-known habitats and animals of the deep ocean,and how our actions are impacting them. She works at the nexus of science, policy and communication and has a deep desire to see stewardship measures applied to the ocean as well as the engagement of a broader group of global stakeholders towards this effort. Diva has participated in research cruises around the world and has been featured on global outlets, including Disney+, National Geographic, BBC, and CNN International. Amon is a founder and director of SpeSeas, an organization dedicated to marine science, education, and advocacy in her home country, Trinidad and Tobago, and a science advisor to the Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory at the University of California, Santa Barbara.

November 2021